Raegan Bregmen
Hei Toki
NZ greenstone/pounamu, waxed cord
110 x 30 x 9mm
Ag #12-07
NZD $945
Toki/Adze – greenstone/pounamu toki have a spiritual meaning associated with strength, control, determination and focus.
Before toki became ornamental they were an everyday tool (adze) used in cutting and digging. They were also lashed into expertly carved wooden shafts and wielded by powerful Maori chiefs during religious ceremonies.
Hei – to hang or suspend ie from a cord to wear.